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Distracted Driving Statistics by State 2026: Which States Are Worst and Why
Texting With Driving
July 17, 2026
Distracted driving statistics by state 2026: New Mexico leads for the 5th year with 37% of fatal crashes. See the full state rankings, worst regions, and why the gap exists.
The Worst States for Distracted Driving in 2026: State-by-State Rankings
Texting With Driving
May 19, 2026
New Mexico leads with nearly 40 percent of fatal crashes caused by distracted drivers. Here are the worst and best US states for distracted driving in 2026, ranked using NHTSA FARS data.